Serengeti Air Transport: Shuttle Flights To Serengeti National Park : Flights from Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Serengeti airstrips: Short shuttle flights from Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport are the most convenient way to get to Serengeti National Park. All Serengeti airstrips, including Seronera airstrip, Kogatende, Lamai, and Grumeti, are serviced by different airlines such as Flightlink, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air and air Tanzania. This gives you easy access to all of the lodges in Serengeti National Park. These quick flights are enjoyable experiences in and of themselves, giving you breathtaking vistas of the Tanzanian plains.

ACCESS TO SERENGETI AIRPORTS AND LODGING
The three most significant operators used by Focus East Africa Tours to service the various Serengeti airstrips are Coastal Aviation, Flightlink and Grumeti Air. All of the major Serengeti airstrips, including Seronera, Kogatende (ULX), Sasakwa, Lobo, and Ndutu LDZ, may be serviced by different airlines. Depending on where the lodge is located within the national park, each of these airstrips provides access to several lodges. The most significant airstrips have these lodges highlighted below. Please note that not all connections have been shown below; we would be happy to help with flights from, for example, Zanzibar, Manyara, Mwanza, or Nairobi. Moreover, we can help with flights to Fort Ikoma, Serengeti South, or Mwiba airstrip.
BAGGAGE RESTRICTIONS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Strict baggage limitations are in place since Serengeti shuttle flights are conducted using tiny planes (such as the Cessna Grand Caravan or Beechcraft 1900). Due to the extremely limited amount of luggage space on board, you are only permitted to bring 15 kilograms (about 15 pounds) of soft duffel-style luggage per passenger, which includes hand luggage and photographic equipment. These restrictions are rigorously followed.
There are shuttle services that fly passengers to and from the Serengeti. Thus, these flights shouldn’t be regarded as scheduled ones. Depending on the traveler’s needs and regional weather conditions, departure times and routes may change. It’s likely that several stops are made en route to your destination airfield because airplane carriers service a number of Serengeti airstrips. Without prior notification, flight timings are subject to change.
- SHUTTLE FLIGHTS TO AND FROM SERONERA AIRSTRIP
Lemala Ewanjan Camp, Siringit Camp, Lemala Nanyukie, Ehlane Plains, and Namiri Plains are just a few of the lodges that can be reached via the Seronera (SEU) airstrip, which is situated in the central region of the Serengeti National Park. When staying at any of these lodges, transfers from and to the Seronera airstrip are typically provided; however, please be aware that additional costs could be involved.
FLIGHTS TO SERONERA AIRSTRIP
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 07h45 and arrive at Seronera (SEU) at 08h55 (via Manyara).
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10:45 and arrive at Seronera (SEU) at 12:15 (via Manyara).
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 13h00 and arrive at Seronera (SEU) at 14h20 (via Manyara).
FLIGHTS FROM SERONERA AIRSTRIP
- Depart Seronera (SEU) at 10:45 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 12:30 (via Manyara).
- Depart Seronera (SEU) at 16h45 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 18h20 (via Manyara and Kilimanjaro).
ARUSHA-SSERONERA AIR FARE:
- The published rate for a one-way trip from Arusha to Seronera (or vice versa) is $300 per person (including taxes). This fare is subject to change and is not guaranteed.
- SHUTTLE FLIGHTS TO AND FROM KOGATENDE AIRSTRIP
The Kogatende (KOG) airstrip is located in the Serengeti‘s northern Mara region and provides access to a number of lodges, including Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Lemala Kuria Hills, Serengeti Bushtops, Nomad Lamai, and Kimondo Migration Camp. Transportation from and to the Kogatende airstrip is normally included in the price of staying at any of these resorts; however, additional fees may apply. During peak season, more flight alternatives are available.
FLIGHTS TO KOGATENDE AIRSTRIP
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10h15 and arrive at Kogatende (KOG) at 12h55.
FLIGHTS FROM KOGATENDE AIRSTRIP
- Depart Kogatende (KOG) at 13:15 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 15:10.
ARUSHA-KOGATENDE AIR FARE:
- The published rate for a one-way flight from Arusha to Kogatende (or vice versa) is US$ 402 per person (including taxes). This fare is subject to change and is not guaranteed.
- SHUTTLE FLIGHTS TO AND FROM SASAKWA AIRSTRIP
The Grumeti Game Reserve’s Sasakwa (SSK) airstrip provides access to the following lodges: Singita Sabora Tented Camp, Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Singita Faru-Faru, and Beyond Grumeti Tented Camp. Transportation from and to the Sasakwa airstrip is normally included in the price of a stay at any of these lodges; however, additional fees may apply.
FLIGHTS TO SASAKWA AIRSTRIP
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10:15 and arrive at Sasakwa (SSK) at 12:25.
FLIGHTS FROM KOGATENDE AIRSTRIP
- Depart Sasakwa (SSK) at 14h00 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 15h45.
ARUSHA-KKOGATENDE AIR FARE:
- Arusha to Sasakwa (or vice versa): the one-way published fare is US$ 385 per person (including taxes). The availability of this fare is subject to change.
- SHUTTLE FLIGHTS TO AND FROM LOBO AIRSTRIP
The following lodges may be reached via the Lobo (LOB) airstrip in the northern Serengeti: Beyond Klein’s Camp, Beyond Serengeti under Canvas, and Taasa Lodge. When staying at any of these lodges, transfers from and to the Lobo airstrip are typically provided; however, please be aware that additional costs can be involved.

FLIGHTS TO LOBO AIRSTRIP, Serengeti Air Transport
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 07h45 and arrive at Lobo (LOB) at 09h45 (via Manyara).
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10:45 and arrive at Lobo (LOB) at 12:30 (via Manyara).
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 13h00 and arrive at Lobo (LOB) at 14h45 (via Manyara).
FLIGHTS FROM LOBO AIRPORT, Serengeti Air Transport
- Depart Lobo (LOB) at 09:45 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 11:45 (via Manyara).
- Depart Lobo (LOB) at 15:15 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 18:20 (via Manyara and Kilimanjaro).
ARUSHA-LOBO AIR FARE:
- Arusha to Lobo (or vice versa): the one-way published fare is US$ 529 per person (including taxes). The availability of this fare is subject to change.
- SHUTTLE FLIGHTS TO AND FROM NDUTU AIRSTRIP
The following lodges may be reached via the Ndutu (NDT) airstrip, which is situated in the southeast corner of the Serengeti National Park: Sanctuary Kusini Camp, Kimondo Migration Camp, Serengeti under Canvas, and Nomad Serengeti Camp. When staying at any of these lodges, transfers from and to the Ndutu airstrip are typically included; however, please be aware that additional costs could be involved.
FLIGHTS TO NDUTU AIRSTRIP, Serengeti Air Transport
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 07h45 and arrive at Ndutu (NDT) at 08h50 (via Manyara).
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 10:45 and arrive at Ndutu (NDT) at 11:45 (via Manyara).
- Depart Arusha (ARK) at 13h00 and arrive at Ndutu (NDT) at 14h05 (via Manyara).
FLIGHTS FROM NDUTU AIRSTRIP, Serengeti Air Transport
- Depart Ndutu (NDT) at 10:55 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 11:45 (via Manyara).
- Depart Ndutu (NDT) at 17h05 and arrive at Arusha (ARK) at 18h20 (via Manyara and Kilimanjaro).
ARUSHA-NNDUTU AIR FARE:
- Arusha to Ndutu (or vice versa): the one-way published fare is US$ 345 per person (including taxes). The availability of this fare is subject to change.
OTHER FLIGHT OPTIONS
The list of Serengeti flight possibilities above is far from complete and only provides a sampling of your options. If you would like additional details regarding other flight choices, such as lodge-to-lodge flights or flights to or from Zanzibar, kindly get in touch with us.
PRIVATE CHARTER FLIGHTS TO THE SERENGETI
In addition to shuttle flights, we also provide private charter services for the utmost privacy and convenience. Thanks to private flights, you have the freedom to completely tailor your safari itinerary to your preferences and route. If you’re interested in this option, don’t be hesitant to get in touch with us at Focus East Africa Tours.
